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How do you get Wegovy covered by insurance?

Medically reviewed by Leigh Ann Anderson, PharmD. Last updated on March 11, 2025.

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Is Wegovy covered by insurance?

How much is Wegovy with insurance?

If your insurance covers some or all of the cost of Wegovy, the price will depend upon how your insurance classifies Wegovy and the level or tier of your benefit. You can call your insurance to determine the cost and your copay. According to the manufacturer, 90% of patients taking Wegovy with insurance have a co-pay of $0 to $25 per month.

If you have commercial insurance, and your doctor prescribes this medicine, it may be more affordable to gain access with a Wegovy Savings Copay Card supplied from Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer. Eligible commercially insured patients may pay as little as $25 per 28 day supply (1 box of injectable pens) with a maximum savings of $200 per prescription fill.

Copay cards are not typically eligible to patients with government sponsored insurance such as Medicare, Medicaid or TriCare.

If you have a yearly insurance deductible, you may need to meet your deductible before your insurance would pay for any part of your medicine. Ask your insurance company if you have any out-of-pocket costs before medicines are covered. Once your yearly out-of-pocket costs are met, your insurance should pay for some or all of your medicine.

How much is Wegovy without insurance?

If Wegovy is not covered by your insurance, and you have run out of other options, consider these actions:

Visit the Drugs.com Price Guide to learn more about Wegovy Prices, Coupons and Patient Assistance programs.

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What insurance companies cover Wegovy?

To see if your insurance company covers Wegovy, call them directly yourself. You can usually find the phone number on the back of your insurance card.

You can also call Novo Nordisk or check your coverage immediately online, with a form you fill out. To learn more, call NovoCare at 1-888-809-3942 (Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-8:00 pm ET).

Does Wegovy require a prior authorization?

Is Wegovy generic yet?

Wegovy is only available as a brand name drug and a generic version is not yet available. A generic option is not expected until about 2026 to 2031, but can vary based on patent restrictions.

See also: Generic Drug FAQ

Who is eligible for Wegovy?

Wegovy (semaglutide) injection is approved for adults and adolescents 12 years and older to be used with a reduced calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management.

Wegovy is classified as a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist and is given as a self-administered subcutaneous (under the skin) injection once weekly.

This is not all the information you need to know about Wegovy (semaglutide) for safe and effective use and does not take the place of your doctor’s directions. Review the full Wegovy information and discuss this information and any questions you have with your doctor or other health care provider.

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How long to see weight loss results with Wegovy?

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